ShotgunDave wrote:Thanks guys. I hope it's easy enough to follow. I know there's interest in these cars, so my intent here is to show that it's not hard to do. There's no "Black Magic" involved at all. I really hope that just one person takes something from this and is able to build a car. I just hope I'm not rambling and the instructions are good.

If anyone needs a better picture of something, or a better explanation don't be shy. Ask away and I'll do my best.

Great tutorial Dave, thanks for all the information. As someone who has never done a build but has always been interested in doing so, I am that "one person" who will definitely benefit from this info. Seeing all the great builds that are done by members on this board has certainly been inspirational.

Will you elucidate a bit on the motor/axle alignment or is this taken care off buy putting the bushings on the bottom of the rail and using 1/2 stock? It all sounds too simply, which off course it isn't of might not be.

You are correct Mike. it really is that simple. The bushings are soldered to the top of the rail and the motor is located by the 1/2" plate. You can use the chassis in either direction too. Just flip it over.